U.S. Representative for South Carolina’s 6th District
James E. Clyburn
Position · −0.47
- In office
- House 1993–now
33 years in CongressMore senior than 97% of the House - Breaks on
- Government Operations and Politics 11%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 8%
- Committees
- Appropriations
- Bills on
- Government Operations and Politics
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Age
- 86
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
Where Clyburn has influence
Roles
- Ranking Member · Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (Appropriations)
- Appropriations · 4th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 9269 Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act · Out of committee
Talks most about
Not enough statements yet.
Where Clyburn breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Clyburn voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- Government Operations and Politics 11% · 2 of 18 party 6%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 8% · 2 of 24 party 4%
- International Affairs 8% · 1 of 13 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 7 issues where Clyburn has broken with Democrats, and filter the voting record to those votes.
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Full record (Pro)Where Clyburn broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026On Passage · This bill provides statutory authority for the National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice (DOJ).Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill imposes a variety of sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions related to Russia, extends an Iran-related sanctions law, and expands a…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.On Motion to Table · This resolution impeaches President Donald Trump for high crimes and misdemeanors.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Agreeing to the Amendment · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Sunshine Protection Act of 2025On Passage · This bill makes daylight saving time the new, permanent standard time.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| May 14, 2026 | Cashless Bail Reporting ActOn Passage · This bill requires the Department of Justice to publish annually a list of state and local governments that permit individuals who are…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 13, 2026 | Expressing support for law enforcement officers.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This concurrent resolution expresses support for law enforcement officers. It also appreciates the contributions and recognizes the…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| May 13, 2026 | To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.On Passage · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Clyburn is saying
No recent press releases or posts on file.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredBelow expectations
Rank 405 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Clyburn’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 3
- Action in committee 1
- Action beyond committee 1
- Passed chamber 0
- Became law 0
3 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 0 significant (got a roll call vote), 3 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
Sponsored 3 (House median 25) · cosponsored 69 (median 289), 33 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Government Operations and Politics, Crime and Law Enforcement, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues.
- H.R. 9269 Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network ActRenews the African American Civil Rights Network program. AI-readCivil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues · Introduced Aug 31, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 3868 Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2025Crime and Law Enforcement · Introduced Apr 14, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 8078 Voter Empowerment Act of 2026Government Operations and Politics · Introduced Mar 26, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 157 | 15% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 70 | 30% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 61 | 36% |
| Energy | 35 | 31% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 33 | 42% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 42% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 55% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 28 | 61% |
| Commerce | 27 | 78% |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 60% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| International Affairs | 25 | 96% |
| Immigration | 17 | 41% |
| Education | 15 | 27% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 57% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 92% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 100% |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% |
| Health | 7 | 57% |
| Law | 7 | 43% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 100% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 2 | 100% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% |
How often Clyburn voted with Democrats on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DEleanor Holmes NortonDC-AL99%agreement
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL99%agreement
- DHakeem S. JeffriesNY-898%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Clyburn most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Clyburn’s campaign raised $1.2M: $457K (37%) from individuals and $720K (59%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $1.6M.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Clyburn
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 207.
- American Association for Justice Membership group PAC
- American Council of Life Insurers Trade association PAC
- American Crystal Sugar Compay Cooperative PAC
See how much each organization gave Clyburn this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inClyburn’s own leadership PAC: Building Relationships in Diverse Geographic Environments PAC (BRIDGE PAC). A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Clyburn’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, SC-6Democrat1993–present
Seat
- State
- South Carolina
- District
- 6
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 86
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-3315
274 Cannon House Office Building - District offices
- Columbia, Kingstree, Santee, Sumter
- Website
- clyburn.house.gov
- jameseclyburn
- repjamesclyburn
- YouTube
- repjamesclyburn
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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